Family Confidential: Secrets of Successful Parenting with Annie Fox, M.Ed.

When autistic teens show interest in sex and dating, they need special guidance. Dr. Schlegelmilch's approach helps ASD teens navigate their social lives. About Andrew Schlegelmilch Dr. Andrew Schlegelmilch, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who specializes in working with individuals who have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families. He's also the Head Psychologist at Orion Academy, a preparatory high school for ASD teens in Moraga, California. Andrew's straight-talking guide to parenting teenagers on the autism spectrum, Parenting ASD Teens: A Guide to Making it Up as You Go Along, will be available in May 2014. Learn more at http://DocSchleg.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

Resilience is the ability to move through and beyond your emotions and figure out what your next action will be. Not always easy for children or adults! Annie talks with Dr. Deborah Gilboa, author of Teach Resilience, about helping kids develop the skills they need to rebound after a set-back. About Deborah Gilboa Deborah Gilboa, MD, aka "Doctor G" is a Pittsburgh-based parenting expert, Family Physician, international speaker, author, media expert and mom of four boys. She's also the author of the popular "3 R's of Parenting" series which empowers parents to raise respectful, responsible and resilient kids. Learn more at http://AskDrG.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

Resilience is the ability to move through and beyond your emotions and figure out what your next action will be. Not always easy for children or adults! Annie talks with Dr. Deborah Gilboa, author of Teach Resilience, about helping kids develop the skills they need to rebound after a set-back. About Deborah Gilboa Deborah Gilboa, MD, aka "Doctor G" is a Pittsburgh-based parenting expert, Family Physician, international speaker, author, media expert and mom of four boys. She's also the author of the popular "3 R's of Parenting" series which empowers parents to raise respectful, responsible and resilient kids. Learn more at http://AskDrG.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

Marlene Mahurin, sex educator and former sixth grade teacher, knows how confused kids can get when processing all the sex information they're exposed to. Annie and Marlene talk about how parents can open the dialogue to insure that the sex education your kids get is coming from you. About Marlene Mahurin Marlene Mahurin, is a credentialed teacher and co-founder (with Torie Henderson) of Time for the Talk, a comprehensive, online sex education course designed for parents and pre-teens to take together. Marlene's goal is to strengthen the parent-child bond so your child knows that he or she can comfortably talk to you about things that matter. Learn more at: http://TimeForTheTalk.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

Marlene Mahurin, sex educator and former sixth grade teacher, knows how confused kids can get when processing all the sex information they're exposed to. Annie and Marlene talk about how parents can open the dialogue to insure that the sex education your kids get is coming from you. About Marlene Mahurin Marlene Mahurin, is a credentialed teacher and co-founder (with Torie Henderson) of Time for the Talk, a comprehensive, online sex education course designed for parents and pre-teens to take together. Marlene's goal is to strengthen the parent-child bond so your child knows that he or she can comfortably talk to you about things that matter. Learn more at: http://TimeForTheTalk.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

Marlene Mahurin, sex educator and former sixth grade teacher, knows how confused kids can get when processing all the sex information they're exposed to. Annie and Marlene talk about how parents can open the dialogue to insure that the sex education your kids get is coming from you. About Marlene Mahurin Marlene Mahurin, is a credentialed teacher and co-founder (with Torie Henderson) of Time for the Talk, a comprehensive, online sex education course designed for parents and pre-teens to take together. Marlene's goal is to strengthen the parent-child bond so your child knows that he or she can comfortably talk to you about things that matter. Learn more at: http://TimeForTheTalk.com About Annie Fox, M.Ed. Annie is a parenting expert with 30+ years experience. She's been an online adviser to tweens, teens and parents since 1997. Her award-winning books include: "Teaching Kids to Be Good People" and the groundbreaking Middle School Confidential™ book and app series. More information about Annie at: http://AnnieFox.com About Family Confidential Family Confidential: Secrets of Successful Parenting is a weekly podcast about 21st century parenting joys and challenges. Hosted by Annie Fox and produced by Electric Eggplant, Family Confidential provides practical parenting advice through down-to-earth interviews with parenting experts, educators, therapists, and entrepreneurs. These recorded discussions help parents strengthen family connections by providing tips, child-rearing insight and practical tools for guiding your kids through the tween years and beyond. http://FamilyConfidential.com Copyright © 2009-2014 Annie Fox. All Rights Reserved.

Kelly Hirt, teacher and blogger, has a son who is "twice exceptional" because of his intellectual gifts and his social challenges. Annie and Kelly talk about parenting quirky kids and the need for parents to be as "difficult" as it takes to hold schools accountable for every student's education. About Kelly Hirt Kelly Hirt is an elementary school teacher who is passionate about special needs parenting and gifted education. Her popular blog My Twice Baked Potato, provides a window into the special challenges and joys of being the mom of a "twice exceptional" child. Kelly is a trusted and inspirational resource for parents and teachers who care about kids with special needs. Learn more at http://MyTwiceBakedPotato.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

Kelly Hirt, teacher and blogger, has a son who is "twice exceptional" because of his intellectual gifts and his social challenges. Annie and Kelly talk about parenting quirky kids and the need for parents to be as "difficult" as it takes to hold schools accountable for every student's education. About Kelly Hirt Kelly Hirt is an elementary school teacher who is passionate about special needs parenting and gifted education. Her popular blog My Twice Baked Potato, provides a window into the special challenges and joys of being the mom of a "twice exceptional" child. Kelly is a trusted and inspirational resource for parents and teachers who care about kids with special needs. Learn more at http://MyTwiceBakedPotato.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

When a child's behavior pushes Mom's or Dad's buttons, our typical response is anger, then punishment. But punishing kids rarely teaches them anything positive. Annie talks with Dr. Lynne Kenney about ways to turn "bad behavior" into a positive learning experiences for parents and kids. About Lynne Kenney Dr. Lynne Kenney, aka The Family Coach, is a mother of two, a practicing pediatric psychologist in Scottsdale, AZ, and the author of The Family Coach Method (http://www.lynnekenney.com/tfcm/) Her new book (co-authored with Wendy Young) is Bloom: Helping children blossom (http://www.lynnekenney.com/bloom/). Bloom, with its focus on teaching rather than punishing, is revolutionizing classrooms and homes worldwide. Learn more at http://LynneKenney.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

When a child's behavior pushes Mom's or Dad's buttons, our typical response is anger, then punishment. But punishing kids rarely teaches them anything positive. Annie talks with Dr. Lynne Kenney about ways to turn "bad behavior" into a positive learning experiences for parents and kids. About Lynne Kenney Dr. Lynne Kenney, aka The Family Coach, is a mother of two, a practicing pediatric psychologist in Scottsdale, AZ, and the author of The Family Coach Method (http://www.lynnekenney.com/tfcm/) Her new book (co-authored with Wendy Young) is Bloom: Helping children blossom (http://www.lynnekenney.com/bloom/). Bloom, with its focus on teaching rather than punishing, is revolutionizing classrooms and homes worldwide. Learn more at http://LynneKenney.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

Sarah Newton gives parents tips for helping their kids "quit panicking about schoolwork and just do it." She's also got advice for parents to calm down and step back so the kids can step up and get the job done. About Sarah Newton Sarah Newton, creator of teenology, has shared her wisdom with millions who've tuned into her TV and radio shows. A highly respected and effective parent and youth coach, Sarah's been hailed as "The Supernanny for Teens" by TV Times. Her books include: Help! My Teenager is an Alien named by The Independent as one of the 10 Best Guides to Teens. Learn more at SarahNewton.com. Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

Video game content isn't a big deal to our tweens and teens (as long as they're fun), but how do you talk to them about games that are violent, sexist? Rosalind Wiseman is back and has tips for parents about influencing teens around game content. Annie also interviewed Rosalind in December 2009. Video version: http://youtu.be/sQczIPVoTao About Rosalind Wiseman Rosalind Wiseman is a teacher, thought leader and media spokesperson for bullying, ethical leadership and the use of social media. Her ground-breaking, best selling book Queen Bees and Wannabes: Helping Your Daughter Survive Cliques, Gossip, Boyfriends, and the New Realities of Girl World was the basis for the movie Mean Girls. Her latest book, Masterminds and Wingmen: Helping Our Boys Cope with Schoolyard Power, Locker Room Tests, Girlfriends, and the New Rules of Boy World provides an insightful look at the new rules of boy world. Learn more at http://RosalindWiseman.com About Annie Fox, M.Ed. Annie is a parenting expert with 30+ years experience. She's been an online adviser to tweens, teens and parents since 1997. Her award-winning books include: "Teaching Kids to Be Good People" and the groundbreaking Middle School Confidential™ book and app series. More information about Annie at: http://AnnieFox.com About Family Confidential Family Confidential: Secrets of Successful Parenting is a weekly podcast about 21st century parenting joys and challenges. Hosted by Annie Fox and produced by Electric Eggplant, Family Confidential provides practical parenting advice through down-to-earth interviews with parenting experts, educators, therapists, and entrepreneurs. These recorded discussions help parents strengthen family connections by providing tips, child-rearing insight and practical tools for guiding your kids through the tween years and beyond. http://FamilyConfidential.com Copyright © 2009-2014 Annie Fox. All Rights Reserved.

Video game content isn't a big deal to our tweens and teens (as long as they're fun), but how do you talk to them about games that are violent, sexist? Rosalind Wiseman is back and has tips for parents about influencing teens around game content. Annie also interviewed Rosalind in December 2009. Video version: http://youtu.be/sQczIPVoTao About Rosalind Wiseman Rosalind Wiseman is a teacher, thought leader and media spokesperson for bullying, ethical leadership and the use of social media. Her ground-breaking, best selling book Queen Bees and Wannabes: Helping Your Daughter Survive Cliques, Gossip, Boyfriends, and the New Realities of Girl World was the basis for the movie Mean Girls. Her latest book, Masterminds and Wingmen: Helping Our Boys Cope with Schoolyard Power, Locker Room Tests, Girlfriends, and the New Rules of Boy World provides an insightful look at the new rules of boy world. Learn more at http://RosalindWiseman.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

Video game content isn't a big deal to our tweens and teens (as long as they're fun), but how do you talk to them about games that are violent, sexist? Rosalind Wiseman is back and has tips for parents about influencing teens around game content. Annie also interviewed Rosalind in December 2009. About Rosalind Wiseman Rosalind Wiseman is a teacher, thought leader and media spokesperson for bullying, ethical leadership and the use of social media. Her ground-breaking, best selling book Queen Bees and Wannabes: Helping Your Daughter Survive Cliques, Gossip, Boyfriends, and the New Realities of Girl World was the basis for the movie Mean Girls. Her latest book, Masterminds and Wingmen: Helping Our Boys Cope with Schoolyard Power, Locker Room Tests, Girlfriends, and the New Rules of Boy World provides an insightful look at the new rules of boy world. Learn more at http://RosalindWiseman.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

In this, our first video podcast, Annie talks with Carrie Goldman, author of the best-seller Bullied: What every parent, teacher and kids needs to know about ending the cycle of fear. Carrie understands tweens' all-consuming love of social media. She also knows that parents need support for setting guidelines to balance social media use with "sacred" unplugged family time. Video version: http://youtu.be/z4wparndFVE About Carrie Goldman In addition to her insightful book, Bullied, Carrie also writes the internationally followed parenting blog, Portrait of an Adoption for Chicago Now, the site hosted by the Chicago Tribune. Learn more at http://www.CarrieGoldmanAuthor.com Subscribe to Family Confidential on iTunes: http://bit.ly/famconf Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.